Fundamental Weight Training

David Sandler

• Publisher: Human Kinetics
• Year: 2010
• Print ISBN: 9780736082808
• eBook ISBN: 9781492582434
• Edition: 1

If you’re ready to walk the walk and talk the talk, Fundamental Weight Training is your guide. Learn the basics safely, effectively, and in less time. Over 100 exercises with photo demonstrations are included and supported with step-by-step descriptions for use in the gym or at home. Every aspect of a beginning weight program is covered:

•Exercises and programs to target key areas in every muscle group •Stretching routines to prevent injuries •Steps and tips for developing your own program •Gym language and lingo so you feel at ease walking into any gym

The easy-to-use programs in Fundamental Weight Training will give you the confidence to start training safely and quickly and begin strengthening and toning your body.

Table of contents

• Cover
• Title Page
• Copyright
• Dedication
• Contents
• Acknowledgments
• Exercise Finder
• Key to Muscles
• Chapter 1: Introduction to Weight Training
• Chapter 2: Weight Room Language and Protocol
• Chapter 3: Types of Resistance Training
• Chapter 4: Warm Up, Stretch, Cool Down
• Chapter 5: Chest
• Chapter 6: Back
• Chapter 7: Shoulders
• Chapter 8: Traps
• Chapter 9: Arms
• Chapter 10: Core
• Chapter 11: Glutes and Hips
• Chapter 12: Quads
• Chapter 13: Hamstrings
• Chapter 14: Lower Legs
• Chapter 15: Program Design
• Chapter 16: Sample Programs
• About the Author